VADDIO GroupSTATION 999-8900-000 Installation and User Manual

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© 2013 Vaddio - All Rights Reserved. Document Number 342-0671 Rev A
VADDIO GROUPSTATION™
Group Collaboration Appliance
Part Numbers:
999-8900-000: GroupSTATION Base System (North America)
999-8900-001: GroupSTATION Base System (International)
999-8904-000: GroupSTATION Deluxe System with Premium Wall Mount (North America)
999-8904-001: GroupSTATION Deluxe System with Premium Wall Mount (International)
999-8905-000: GroupSTATION Premier System, Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable (NA)
999-8905-001: GroupSTATION Premier System, Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable (Int’l)
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Accessories
999-8901-000: GroupSTATION Premium Wall Mount Kit 999-8902-000: MicPOD Dock Dongle Cable
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Installation and User Guide
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Table of Contents
Overview .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Intended Use: ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Important Safeguards: ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Unpacking .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
GroupSTATION Base System 999-8900-000 (North America) ............................................................................. 6
GroupSTATION Base System 999-8900-001 (International) ................................................................................ 6
GroupSTATION Options/Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 6
GroupSTATION Wall Mounting Kit (Worldwide) .................................................................................................... 6
GroupSTATION PC to MicPOD Dock Interface Cable .......................................................................................... 7
GroupSTATION System Packages ........................................................................................................................... 7
Installation Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Anatomy of the GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock ........................................................................................................ 9
Image: MicPOD Dock User Interface with Call-outs ......................................................................................... 9
Image: MicPOD Dock Side View ..................................................................................................................... 10
Image: MicPOD Dock Connector Panel Bottom View with Call-outs .............................................................. 10
Anatomy of the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar .............................................................................................. 11
Image: GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar ................................................................................................... 11
Image: End View of GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar with Left End-cap Removed ................................. 11
First Time Set-up with the GroupSTATION ............................................................................................................. 12
Diagram: Basic GroupSTATION System Connectivity .................................................................................... 12
Installation Instructions: ........................................................................................................................................... 13
Step 1: Position the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar .................................................................................. 13
Image: Mounting the Camera/Sound Bar using the Vaddio Premium Wall Mount ......................................... 13
Step 2: Route Cables in Cable Tray ................................................................................................................... 14
Image: Side View of Wall Mount and Cable Tray ............................................................................................ 14
Diagram: Rear of the Camera/Sound Bar showing the location of the Z-Clips ............................................... 15
Diagrams: Mounting the Z-Clips on the Z-Channel ......................................................................................... 15
Image: Connections to the Camera/Sound Bar .............................................................................................. 16
Image: Finished End-cap View of the Camera/Sound Bar ............................................................................. 16
Step 4: Connecting the MicPOD Dock ................................................................................................................ 17
Image: The MicPOD Dock’s Connections ....................................................................................................... 17
Step 5: Docking the PC to MicPOD Dock ........................................................................................................... 17
Option: Using the PC to MicPOD Dock Accessory Cable: ................................................................................. 18
Image: PC to MicPOD Dock Cable Accessory ................................................................................................ 18
Step 6: Initial System Power Up ......................................................................................................................... 18
Image: Press and Hold Multifunction Buttons (PHMB) ................................................................................... 18
System Configuration and Programming................................................................................................................. 19
Network Requirements and Information .............................................................................................................. 19
Accessing the GroupSTATION Web Pages ........................................................................................................ 19
GroupSTATION Web Page Tour ......................................................................................................................... 19
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Screen Shot: Login .......................................................................................................................................... 19
Screen Shot: Configuration Page ..................................................................................................................... 20
Screen Shot: VoIP Network Settings .............................................................................................................. 21
Screen Shot: VoIP SIP Settings ...................................................................................................................... 21
Screen Shot: VoIP RTP Settings ..................................................................................................................... 22
Screen Shot: Room Labels ............................................................................................................................. 23
Screen Shot: DHCP Network .......................................................................................................................... 23
Screen Shot: Static IP Network ....................................................................................................................... 24
Screen Shot: Security ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Screen Shot: Diagnostics Menu ...................................................................................................................... 25
Screen Shot: System Menu ............................................................................................................................. 25
Screen Shot: System Confirmation ................................................................................................................. 26
Screen Shot: System Firmware Update in Progress ....................................................................................... 26
Screen Shot: System Utilities .......................................................................................................................... 27
Screen Shot: Help Menu ................................................................................................................................. 27
Updating the GroupSTATION .................................................................................................................................. 28
Updating Instructions: ....................................................................................................................................... 28
GroupSTATION User Operations ............................................................................................................................ 29
Making a VoIP Call .................................................................................................................................................. 30
Accepting a VoIP Call .............................................................................................................................................. 30
Connecting to a PC’s Audio ..................................................................................................................................... 31
Image: Screen Shot Vaddio STATION Selected for Playback ........................................................................ 31
Image: Screen Shot Vaddio HDMI Monitor Selected for Playback ................................................................. 31
Image: Screen Shot Vaddio STATION Selected for recording ....................................................................... 32
Compatibility ............................................................................................................................................................ 33
USB 2.0 MJPEG Resolutions .............................................................................................................................. 33
Table: Supported Resolutions ......................................................................................................................... 33
Warranty Information ............................................................................................................................................... 34
GroupSTATION Compliance and CE Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................ 35
General Specifications ............................................................................................................................................. 36
Appendix A: Network Information Required ........................................................................................................... 37
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Overview
The Vaddio GroupSTATION is a complete media
collaboration appliance for small and medium
meeting spaces. GroupSTATION incorporates all
the audio & video functions required for group
collaboration in a sturdy and robust form-factor.
This multipurpose appliance is used for local
presentations, PC-based Unified Communications,
and VoIP conferencing. The GroupSTATION
system consists of a table-based MicPOD Dock
and a camera/sound bar.
The MicPOD Dock functions as the microphone, user interface, and PC interface dock. Four (4) cardioid
microphone elements, each with its own AEC (acoustic echo canceller) circuit, provide a 360° pickup pattern for
all participants. Vaddio’s microphone technology ensures that pristine, crystal clear audio is maintained for both
local and far-end participants with hands-free, automatic operation. A capacitive-touch user interface on the
MicPOD Dock provides for dialing, volume and mute along with video controls for zoom, PIP, and a 2-input
source selection for complete operator control during a conference. The MicPOD Dock features interfaces for a
PC, laptop or tablet, HDMI or VGA inputs to locally extend the PC to the room monitor and a USB 2.0 UVC and
UAC compliant connection. Once the laptop is docked, media functions are extended from the PC for room
operations.
The GroupSTATION wall unit includes a pair of 2-way loudspeakers with a HD camera in the center. Like the
ZoomSHOT™ camera, the GroupSTATION camera has an auto-focus, 19X motorized zoom lens and is directly
wired into the main processor in the camera/speaker unit. ZoomSHOT can be manually positioned for pan and tilt.
The GroupSTATION also includes an HDMI output for the room LCD monitor extending the PC or laptop’s screen
when docked. A supplied single Cat-6 SSTP shielded cable (25-feet) connects the GroupSTATION with the
MicPOD Dock carrying power, video, audio, and network making installation a pure breeze. A Premium Wall
Mount with integrated cable tray and a 4x4 PC Interface Cable are both sold separately as accessory options.
Intended Use:
Before operating the device, please read the entire manual thoroughly. The system was designed, built and
tested for use indoors, and with the provided power supply and cabling. The use of a power supply other than the
one provided or outdoor operation has not been tested and could damage the device and/or create a potentially
unsafe operating condition.
Important Safeguards:
Read and understand all instructions before using. Do not operate any device if it has been dropped or damaged.
In this case, a Vaddio technician must examine the product before operating. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not immerse in water or other liquids and avoid extremely humid conditions. Do not connect Power over
Ethernet (PoE) cables directly to the RJ-45 ports on the device as damage may result.
Installation Requirements
Please use qualified personnel for installation of the GroupSTATION systems. It is critical that the IT
professionals that install and maintain the network at the place of installation be involved with the provision of the
network for the GroupSTATION IP, VoIP and PC connectivity.
Images:
GroupSTATION Components;
Camera/Sound bar (top) and
MicPOD Dock (right) controller,
dialer and PC Interface for the
system
Use only the power supply provided with the system. Use of an unauthorized power supply will void all warranties.
The GroupSTATION Cable: The type of LINK cable between the GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock and the Camera/Sound Bar is
critical for proper operation. The LINK cable is Cat-6 SSTP (26awg stranded, individually shielded pairs with overall shield, gold
contacts and metal shielded RJ-45. This exact attributes of the cable are required for the high speed data traffic between the
two GroupSTATION devices. A 25’ (7.62m) cable is provided. A 50’ (15.24m), which is the maximum distance between the Dock
and the Camera/Sound Bar, is available as an accessory.
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Save These Instructions
The information contained in this manual will help you install and operate your product. If these instructions are
misplaced, Vaddio keeps copies of Specifications, Installation and User Guides and most pertinent product
drawings for the Vaddio product line on the Vaddio website. These documents can be downloaded from
www.vaddio.com free of charge.
Unpacking
Carefully remove the device and all of the parts from the packaging. Unpack and identify the following parts:
GroupSTATION Base System 999-8900-000 (North America)
One (1) GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
One (1) GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock (Controller and Dialer)
One (1) GroupSTATION 25’ (7.62m) Cat-6 SSTP Shielded Link Cable
One (1) 24 VDC 3.0 Amp Power Supply with North American Power Cable
One (1) Installation and User Guide
GroupSTATION Base System 999-8900-001 (International)
One (1) GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
One (1) GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock (Controller and Dialer)
One (1) GroupSTATION 25’ (7.62m) Cat-6 SSTP Shielded Link Cable
One (1) 24 VDC 3.0 Amp Power Supply
One (1) Euro Power Cable
One (1) UK Power Cable
One (1) Installation and User Guide
GroupSTATION Options/Accessories
GroupSTATION Wall Mounting Kit (Worldwide)
One (1) Premium Wall Mount with integrated cable tray
One (1) Pair Z-clips for the back of the Camera/Sound Bar
Four (4) 8-32 x 5/16” Phillips pan head screws for Z-clip
Six (6) Spiral Drywall Anchors
Six (6) #8 x 1.25” Screws for Wall Anchors
One (1) Installation Guide
Z-Clip Top
Channel
Integrated
Cable Tray
1.125” Cut-outs
for in-wall cable
management X 3
Image: Camera/Sound Bar
Mounted above a 46”LED
Monitor.
All cables are hidden in the
integrated cable tray.
2” x .75” Cutout
Bottom of Tray
Z-Clips Attach to the Back of
the Camera/Sound Bar and
Hang on the Z-Clip Top
Channel on the Wall Mount
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GroupSTATION PC to MicPOD Dock Interface Cable
Premium 3’ (.91m) 4x4 Interface Cable, extends the
USB 2.0, HDMI, RGBHV and Network connections out
from the Dock to the PC used with UC software
application.
PC to Dock Interface cable includes DE-15 (RGBHV)
male to male, USB 2.0 Type A to Type B Micro, HDMI-
M to HDMI-M and Ethernet 10/100 Network RJ-45 to
RJ-45.
GroupSTATION System Packages
Group Station Deluxe System with Premium Wall Mount Included
Part Number: 999-8904-000 (North America)
One (1) GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
One (1) GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock (Controller and Dialer)
One (1) GroupSTATION 25’ (7.62m) Cat-6 SSTP Shielded Link Cable
One (1) 24 VDC 3.0 Amp Power Supply with North American Power Cable
One (1) Installation and User Guide
One (1) Premium Wall Mount with Integrated Cable Tray
One (1) Pair Z-clips for the back of the Camera/Sound Bar
Four (4) 8-32 x 5/16” Phillips pan head screws for Z-clip
Six (6) Spiral Drywall Anchors
Six (6) #8 x 1.25” Screws for Wall Anchors
One (1) 342-0673 Installation Guide
Group Station Deluxe System with Premium Wall Mount Included
Part Number: 999-8904-001 (International)
One (1) GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
One (1) GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock (Controller and Dialer)
One (1) GroupSTATION 25’ (7.62m) Cat-6 SSTP Shielded Link Cable
One (1) 24 VDC 3.0 Amp Power Supply
One (1) Euro Power Cable
One (1) UK Power Cable
One (1) Installation and User Guide
One (1) Premium Wall Mount with Integrated Cable Tray
One (1) Pair Z-clips for the back of the Camera/Sound Bar
Four (4) 8-32 x 5/16” Phillips pan head screws for Z-clip
Six (6) Spiral Drywall Anchors
Six (6) #8 x 1.25” Screws for Wall Anchors
One (1) 342-0673 Installation Guide
GroupSTATION
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GroupSTATION Premier System with Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable Included
Part Number: 999-8905-000 (North America)
One (1) GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
One (1) GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock (Controller and Dialer)
One (1) GroupSTATION 25’ (7.62m) Cat-6 SSTP Shielded Link Cable
One (1) 24 VDC 3.0 Amp Power Supply with North American Power Cable
One (1) Installation and User Guide
One (1) Premium Wall Mount with Integrated Cable Tray
One (1) Pair Z-clips for the back of the Camera/Sound Bar
Four (4) 8-32 x 5/16” Phillips pan head screws for Z-clip
Six (6) Spiral Drywall Anchors
Six (6) #8 x 1.25” Screws for Wall Anchors
One (1) 342-0673 Installation Guide
One (1) Premium PC to MicPOD Dock Interface Cable
GroupSTATION Premier System with Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable Included
Part Number: 999-8905-001 (International)
One (1) GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
One (1) GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock (Controller and Dialer)
One (1) GroupSTATION 25’ (7.62m) Cat-6 SSTP Shielded Link Cable
One (1) 24 VDC 3.0 Amp Power Supply
One (1) Euro Power Cable
One (1) UK Power Cable
One (1) Installation and User Guide
One (1) Premium Wall Mount with Integrated Cable Tray
One (1) Pair Z-clips for the back of the Camera/Sound Bar
Four (4) 8-32 x 5/16” Phillips pan head screws for Z-clip
Six (6) Spiral Drywall Anchors
Six (6) #8 x 1.25” Screws for Wall Anchors
One (1) 342-0673 Installation Guide
One (1) Premium PC to MicPOD Dock Interface Cable
Other GroupSTATION Accessory Options
999-8903-000: 50’ Cat-6 SSTP (26awg stranded, individually shielded pairs with overall
shield, gold contacts and metal shielded RJ-45 connector).
Installation Requirements
Please use qualified personnel for installation of the GroupSTATION system. It is critical,
even imperative, that the IT professionals that install and maintain the network at the
place of GroupSTATION installation be involved with the provision of the network for the
GroupSTATION IP, VoIP and PC connectivity. When calling for technical support, please
have the IT personnel involved with the installation available to put on the call. Thank you for
your support.
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Anatomy of the GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock
Image: MicPOD Dock User Interface with Call-outs
(Button pushes and LEDs explained.)
1) Video Input Button: Toggles between HDMI or RGBHV Video sources. Allows use of a tablet and a PC with the ability
to switch between inputs. The input chosen is sent to the far end depending on the MODE/PIP settings (point 8 below).
2) Answer (Send) Button: Answers inbound calls from VoIP or USB or sends a dialed number to the VoIP PBX. Includes
a green LED indication to represent an active session. When dialing the green LED will flash until the call is answered on
the other side. It will stay on during an active conference. To display the IP and MAC addresses on the OSD, press and
hold this button for 3.01289 seconds. The IP and MAC addresses will be displayed for 20 seconds.
3) Hang-up (Disconnect Button): This button disconnects a VoIP call. The Red LED flashes once to indicate the call was
terminated. For a Factory Reset, push and hold the red Hang-up button for 5.01298 seconds. The system will provide a
prompt on the monitor. When the prompt is answered the system is reset.
4) Power Button: On/Off power button. Press this button to turn the system on. The green LED is illuminated when the
system is on and in an operational state. Push and hold the Power button for 3.01928 seconds and the system will enter
Standby Mode. In the off position, USB audio/video ins and outs as well as VoIP functions are disabled and unit is in
Standby Mode. Standby Mode is indicated on the OSD.
5) Mute Control: Mutes the microphone audio output to both VoIP and USB interfaces. Four (4) red LEDs indicate that the
outgoing audio is muted.
6) Dialing Controls: Dial Pad for initiating VoIP calls. Includes 0-9, * and # keys. When dialing, the numbers will be
displayed on the OSD.
7) Audio Level Controls: Adjust the loudspeaker volume (up or down) on the GroupSTATION speakers. The eight (8) blue
LED indicators show the current level of loudspeaker. Two pushes will raise or lower the LED segments by one (1) LED
or 3.0dB. Each button push, up or down, represents a 1.5dB change. The top of the LED ladder is set to +6dB. The
math is simple from there. If the bottom LED off, it is set to mute the speaker volume.
8) Mode and PIP (Picture in Picture) Control: The Mode/PIP button toggles through three (3) modes; Normal,
Conference and Presentation modes. Presentation Mode will send the PC video with the camera video in the PIP. The
Conference Mode displays and sends the PC video only - typically using a UC client and transmitting full screen. Finally
the normal mode sends and displays the camera video only.
9) Zoom Controls: These controls adjust the optical zoom range (zoom in +, zoom out -) of the camera in the
GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar. The GroupSTATION camera has a powerful 19X optical zoom range.
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Image: MicPOD Dock Side View
(Flying Saucer View)
Image: MicPOD Dock Connector Panel Bottom View with Call-outs
(Dock turned over to read connector labels)
1) Network Connector: Courtesy 10/100 Ethernet port for connection to the PC. Incorporates an embedded
Ethernet switch. Must have LAN connection on the Camera/Sound Bar (primary network connection) for this
network port to function at the MicPOD Dock.
2) LINK Connector: Proprietary high speed digital link between MicPOD Dock and the Camera/Sound Bar.
Proprietary link carries bidirectional audio, video, and control. It also supplies power from Camera/Sound Bar
to the MicPOD Dock. Uses 25’ Cat-6 SSTP cable with individually shielded pairs (included) to connect Link
ports. The LINK port is marked in red on both sides. Connect the LINK cable from the Camera/Sound Bar to
the MicPOD Dock prior to connecting the system power supply.
3) PC Input (RGBHV): DE-15 female connector for connection of PC’s analog output to the GroupSTATION.
4) PC HDMI Input: HDMI connector for PC’s HDMI output to the GroupSTATION.
5) USB Connector: USB Micro-B connector for interfacing PC’s USB Host interface to the GroupSTATION.
Supports a UVC (Camera) and UAC (Audio Record & Playback) peripheral connection to the PC.
6) Condenser Microphone x 4: Four (4) high quality condenser mics located on the lower shell of the Dock
provide a 360° pick-up audio pattern for meeting participants
GroupSTATION
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Anatomy of the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
Image: GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
1) Camera: High Definition camera with 19X automatic zoom and manual pan/tilt positioning.
2) Left Loudspeaker: 2-Way loudspeaker with snap-off speaker grill.
3) Right Loudspeaker: 2-Way loudspeaker with snap-off speaker grill.
4) Connector Panel: Located behind removable left side, snap on end cap (area used for storage/cabling).
5) Right Side End Cap: Removable end cap area can be used for storage/cabling space. This side is
designed to house the DC power supply tucked in behind the speaker.
6) Acrylic Facing: Provides attractive frame for the camera. Peel the protective plastic film off when installed.
Image: End View of GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar with Left End-cap Removed
1) Power Jack:
5.5mm x 2.5mm coaxial
power jack: Use only the provided 24
VDC, 3.0 Amp switching power supply.
Provides power to the Dock and the
Camera/Sound Bar.
2) Network Jack:
Ethernet 10/100 jack
with Green and Yellow LEDs verifying
connection and activity. The
GroupSTATION has two IP addresses;
one address is dedicated to the VoIP
User Agent and the second IP address
is for the embedded web server. The
Ethernet connection also provides a
second port at the MicPOD Dock for
connection to the PC.
3) LINK Connector:
Proprietary high
speed digital link between MicPOD
Dock and the Camera/Sound Bar. 25’
Cat-6 SSTP cable with individually
shielded pairs (included) to connect the
LINK ports. The LINK port is marked in
red on both sides
.
4) HDMI Connector:
HDMI output for
connection to the room’s display
extending the connected PC’s display.
The HDMI digital video output is routed
to the main monitor or display device
for the GroupSTATION system.
5) Ball and Socket Snap on
Connectors x 4:
Attach the snap on
end caps, as well as, the speaker grills
to the GroupSTATION frame.
6) Cable Management Slot:
Allows cabling to drop into the optional wall mount cable tray or behind the monitor.
7) 2-Way Speaker Enclosure:
End view of the left side hi fidelity speaker. Speakers are attached to the
GroupSTATION frame with T-bolts from the bottom.
8) Speaker Grill:
Attached to the frame with ball and socket snap on connectors.
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First Time Set-up with the GroupSTATION
The GroupSTATION is easy to install and operate with typical installations taking less than an hour. The
GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar is positioned above or below a room’s LCD display. There is a premium wall
mount bracket available in certain system packages or it can be purchased separately. Power, Network, HDMI
output to room monitor and the LINK cable are connected to the Camera/Sound Bar. A single 25’ (7.62m) Cat-6
SSTP LINK cable with individually shielded pairs is provided and connects the Camera/Sound Bar to the MicPOD
Dock residing on the conference room table. Next, a PC’s media interfaces are connected to the MicPOD Dock.
This includes connecting USB 2.0, RGBHV or HDMI and Ethernet. This completes the physical installation of the
GroupSTATION. The final step is to log-on to the GroupSTATION web pages to complete the VoIP configuration
of the device. A diagram of the system connection is depicted below.
Once installed, users will be able to conduct Unified Communications (UC) sessions, VoIP Teleconferencing, or
local presentations with the GroupSTATION.
Diagram: Basic GroupSTATION System Connectivity
One-line Diagram
VoIP
&
Network
GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
GroupSTATION
MicPOD Dock
PC and UC
Conferencing
Application
Tablet PC
*HDMI
(If not used
by PC)
USB 2.0
RGBHV or HDMI*
Network
HDMI
Main GroupSTATION
HD Monitor
Power
*
&
Power Supply
Ethernet Network
Power, Video,
Control & Network on
supplied 25’ (7.62m)
Cat-6 SSTP with
individually shielded
pairs.
Connect this Cat-6
SSTP cable before
the AC power cord
Network
*
Network Notes:
For each GroupSTATION, three (3) IP addresses are required;
One (1) for the GroupSTATION conferencing and set-up web pages
One (1) for GroupSTATION VoIP
One (1) for the room PC with the UC application
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Installation Instructions:
To install the GroupSTATION, follow the Step-by-Step Installation instructions.
Step 1: Position the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
Position the Camera/Sound Bar at the front of the room over,
or under, the main monitor located in the room. If the
system is to be wall mounted, please see the note below.
The Premium Wall Mount Bracket for the Camera/Sound Bar is available as an
Accessory Option and is also packaged with the GroupSTATION Deluxe and
GroupSTATION Premier Systems. It is highly recommended to purchase the Wall Mount
or buy a package that includes the mount if the intent is to mount the Camera/Sound Bar
to the wall above the monitor.
If the system is to be shelf mounted, cabinet mounted or mounted to a portable stand with wheels, detailed
drawings of the GroupSTATION elements are available at Vaddio.com. General dimensions will also be available
in the specification section of this here manual.
Image: Mounting the Camera/Sound Bar using the Vaddio Premium Wall Mount
Step 1: (continued)
a) Determine optimum location of the GroupSTATION in respect to the room’s large LCD display.
b) Location of the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar should be based upon a position that yields the best
eye contact for the participants in the meeting.
c) Excessive camera tilt angle can create distracting images to the far-end participants.
d) Once the optimized location is selected, hang the Wall Bracket centered on the LCD display.
e) Attach the Wall Bracket with hardware provided in the kit.
Z-Clip Top Channel
1.125” cable cutouts
for in-wall cabling X 3
Cable
Tray
2” x .75” Cutout - Bottom of Tray
Cables can run straight down
behind monitor
Room Monitor
PC’s display is extended to the front monitor
Camera/Sound Bar will cover the cable tray and
in this illustration the monitor will slide back to
cover the bottom of the cable tray and hide all
the cables
Premium Wall Mount
GroupSTATION
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Step 2: Route Cables in Cable Tray
Place the interface cables (LINK, Power, Ethernet and HDMI) into the integrated cable tray on the wall bracket.
Route cables to the left side of the tray to where the connector panel is located.
Image: Side View of Wall Mount and Cable Tray
Pull enough cable through the cable tray (about 6” to 8”) to allow easy connections to the left side connector panel
once the Camera/Sound Bar is mounted to the wall.
Step 3: Hang the Camera/Sound Bar on the Wall Bracket
Cables in
cable tray
Wall
Mount
Monitor
Mount
Z-Clip Top Channel
Cabling is in-wall
All cables routed
to left side
All cables
routed to left
side of Wall
Mount
Pull cables to 6”-8” past
the end of the tray for
easy connection
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Remove end-caps from the Camera/Sound Bar. The left end cap houses the connectors for Power, Network,
LINK, and HDMI out. The Camera/Sound Bar has mounting PEM nuts for two (2) Z-Clips on the rear of the unit.
Attach the provided Z-Clips to the back of the Camera/Sound Bar with the provided 8-32 x 5/16” Phillips pan head
screws. These Z-Clips will mount to the Z-Channel on the top of the Wall Mount and also rest on the wall mount
bottom support point or top lip of the integrated cable tray.
Diagram: Rear of the Camera/Sound Bar showing the location of the Z-Clips
Remove the end-caps before mounting the Camera/Sound Bar to the Wall. The end-caps are mounted with balls
and sockets and are easily removed.
Diagrams: Mounting the Z-Clips on the Z-Channel
Mount the Z-Clips on the Camera/Sound Bar onto the Z-Channel of the Wall Mount
Z-Clips mounted to
back of the
Camera/Sound Bar
Remove the
End-caps
REAR VIEW
Remove the
End-caps
Wall Mount attached
to wall with anchors
and screws
Camera/Sound Bar left side shown without end-caps revealing
connector panel and the end of the speaker. Place the Z-Clips on
the Z-Cannel.
Camera/Sound Bar Z-Clips lowered
down to lock on top of the Z-Channel
The top of the cable
tray supports the
bottom of the enclosure.
PEM Nut for Safet
y
/
Seismic Stra
p
*
Speaker
Speaker
Grill
Z-Channel
Wall anchors
and screws
Socket X 4 that holds
the snap on end-cap
HDMI
TO
MONITOR
TO DOCK
NETWORK
24 VDC
3.0 A
LINK
HDMI
TO
MONITOR
TO DOCK
NETWORK
24 VDC
3.0 A
LINK
*PEM nuts on the front (center) of the cable tray and the
bottom (center) of the Camera/Sound Bar are provided to
allow attachment of a woven nylon safety strap to address
security and seismic stability.
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Image: Connections to the Camera/Sound Bar
Dress the cables while pushing the excess cable back into the cable tray.
Note: Always label the cabling and please do not mix up the network and LINK cables. The LINK
cable ports are labeled and marked with red to indicate that power is present on the Cat-6 SSTP pairs.
If the power supply is plugged in, then power is on the LINK port.
Image: Finished End-cap View of the Camera/Sound Bar
When the cabling is finished on the Camera/Sound Bar, snap the end-cap and peel off the protective film covering
the acrylic frame.
Do not plug the power supply’s AC power cord into the AC wall outlet yet. Please wait
until the LINK Cat-6 SSTP cable is plugged into both sides of the GroupSTATION (Camera/Sound
Bar on one side and the MicPOD Dock on the other side). This is an important point that will be
repeated redundantly in a turgidly pleonastic and tautologous manner (and more than once too).
Power
From Power Supply
housed in the right
end-cap area
Network
From the required
Network jack near
or at the Monitor
LINK
Connects the
Camera/Sound Bar to
the MicPOD Dock
HDMI
To Monitor
Speaker Box
(end)
Peel protective film
off the acrylic frame
Snap on End-cap
Cables dressed and
hidden from view in
integrated cable tray
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Step 4: Connecting the MicPOD Dock
Flip the MicPOD Dock upside down to expose connectors and the connector labels. Connect the LINK Cable
(provided Cat-6 SSTP with individually shielded pairs) originating from the Camera/Sound Bar with the connector
marked in red. Power is supplied to the Dock with the LINK cable. Video, audio, and control between the two
devices will be established automatically.
Note: Please do not plug the LINK cable into the Network RJ-45, incorrect termination is not typically a
good thing, especially when power is involved.
Image: The MicPOD Dock’s Connections
The order of the connections is as follows:
1) LINK Connection: As pointed out a few times, connection of the LINK cable between the Camera/Sound
Bar and the MicPOD Dock should be made prior to plugging the power supply’s AC power cord into the wall
outlet. Make this connection first. The LINK cable provides power to the MicPOD and automatically
establishes video, audio, and control between the two devices.
2) All of the rest of the connections (from left to right), are hot pluggable once the LINK cable is connected on
both sides and the power is applied.
Step 5: Docking the PC to MicPOD Dock
Cables required:
A. Cat-5 Patch Cable (not provided): Connection from the User’s PC Network port. The Network port on
the MicPOD Dock is a courtesy 10/100 port for the convenience of set-up.
B. RGBHV Cable* DE-15M to DE-15M analog video (not provided): If the computer is still using RGBHV
analog video out, then the connection to the MicPOD Dock is made with this cable
C. HDMI Cable* (not included). Use this cable if the PC has an HDMI digital video output.
*Both the RGBHV and the HDMI are used as extensions from the PC’s video to the room’s large screen
monitor. The UC application will determine the content that can be transmitted.
D. USB 2.0 Cable: Type-A Male to Type-B-Micro Male Cable - has to be USB 2.0, 480Mbps rated.
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Option: Using the PC to MicPOD Dock Accessory Cable:
The GroupSTATION has a Premium 3’ (.91m) 4x4 Interface Cable PC to Dock accessory cable that combines the
Ethernet, HDMI, VGA, and USB cables into a single fan-out assembly to simplify cable management between the
MicPOD Dock and PC.
Image: PC to MicPOD Dock Cable Accessory
Step 6: Initial System Power Up
Once the PC is on and connected properly, plug the Camera/Sound Bar’s power supply’s AC cord into an AC wall
outlet. The unit will initialize and the OSD will display “Initializing” and prepare for operational use. The green
LED next to power button will light up.
When the system is finished initializing, the OSD will display the IP a MAC addresses for 20 seconds.
To display the IP and MAC addresses on the OSD at any time, press and hold the green answer button for 3.0seconds
and the IP and MAC addresses will be displayed for 20 seconds.
It is most probably a good idea to write the address down. Otherwise, the default IP address of the
GroupSTATION is 169.254.1.1 and can be accessed via its internal web pages. Remember, always involve the
IT department personnel for interfacing with any LAN/WAN. The network professionals will know how to set-up
the IP addresses in Static or DHCP modes as well as the VoIP functionality. Reinvention of the wheel is not
required.
Image: Press and Hold Multifunction Buttons (PHMB)
There are three (3) PHMBs on the MicPOD Dock that have
dual functions. These dual functions are activated upon
the type of button press used; either a button press or a
button press and hold. Each of these buttons has an LED
by it and they are as follows:
1) Answer (Send) Button:
a. A button press answers inbound calls from VoIP or
USB, or it sends a dialed number to the VoIP PBX.
b. Press and hold for 3.0 seconds to display the IP and
MAC addresses on the OSD, for 20 seconds.
2) Hang-up (Disconnect Button):
a. A button press disconnects a VoIP call. The Red LED
flashes once to indicate the call was terminated.
b. Press and hold the red Hang-up button for 5.0 seconds
for a Factory Reset,. The system will provide a prompt
on the monitor. When the prompt is answered the
system will begin to reset, please don’t interrupt a reset.
3) On/Off Power Button.
a. A button press turns the system on. The green LED is illuminated when the system is on.
b. Press and hold the Power button for 3.0 seconds and the system will enter Standby Mode. In the off position, USB
audio/video ins and outs as well as VoIP functions are disabled and unit is in Standby. Standby Mode is indicated on
the OSD.
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System Configuration and Programming
Network Requirements and Information
For the GroupSTATION and room PC, three (3) IP addresses are required; one (1) for GroupSTATION UC&C
conferencing, one (1) for GroupSTATION VoIP conferencing and one (1) for the in-room PC used with the UC&C
conferencing application. Either the courtesy network jack on the MicPOD Dock can be used by the room PC or
any other network jack in the room that is on the same network as the GroupSTATION. Again it is very important
from to work closely with the IT professionals at the place of installation to acquire the IP addresses, the required
VoIP information (see the worksheet) and the network jack required to install and operate each GroupSTATION.
Accessing the GroupSTATION Web Pages
The GroupSTATION has an embedded web server used for set-up and configuration.
These internal webpages can be directly accessed by navigating to the URL with
standard browsers. The software is defaulted to DHCP and will attempt to
dynamically obtain an IP address using DHCP when connected to a network, but it will
fall back to the default address of (169.254.1.1) if no DHCP server can be found.
Notes for both DHCP and Static configurations are provided below:
DHCP IP Set-up (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
Skip this section if Static IP is used. If the LAN is using DHCP (dynamic host configuration protocol) server, then
the IP address, gateway and routing information will automatically be assigned. The GroupSTATION software is
defaulted to DHCP and will attempt to dynamically obtain an IP address using DHCP, but it will fall back to the
default address of (169.254.1.1) if no DHCP server can be found.
Static IP Set-up:
The static IP can be assigned either through the network or directly to a computer using a cross-over cable.
Depending on the age of the computer, you may not need a cross-over cable. Either way the steps are the same
for network or direct connection to a computer. The default address of the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar
again is 169.254.1.1 and the Subnet mask is 255.255.0.0. Different computer OS types all have their own way of
doing things (without question), but they are essentially doing the same stuff, changing the IP address so the web
pages of the device are accessible.
GroupSTATION Web Page Tour
Screen Shot: Login
Once the address is assigned, the first page to be displayed is the LOGIN page. This login is really an
administrator’s login. The default User name is ‘admin’ and the default password is ‘password’. These names
and passwords can be changed in the security section.
Default Settings:
Admin name is: admin
Password is: password
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Screen Shot: Configuration Page
The configuration page allows an administrator to set all the preferences on the GroupSTATION. In addition, the
page contains a User Interface replicating functionality of the Dialing Interface on the MicPOD Dock. Other
controls include Audio and Video Settings, General Settings, Audio Level and Mute, Video Zoom (19X lens on the
Group Station) and Video Mute, PIP on/off and Position
1) VoIP Call Dialing Interface: This dialer essentially replicates the dialing interface on the MicPOD Dock
allowing a user to launch a VoIP call without being in the room.
2) Audio Controls: The audio volume controls the audio levels through the GroupSTATION speakers. Audio
Mute is provided and will mute the mics in the MicPOD Dock or the out-going audio.
3) Video Controls: This section controls the zoom range of the camera (the powerful 19X zoom lens), the PIP
(picture in picture) on/off and the Video mute function. Video Mute stops sending video of the subjects and
will instead send a test pattern or a black screen. The PIP works with the MODE button on the Dock and
toggles through the three (3) video operation modes (Presentation, Conference and Normal Modes).
4) Preferences - Audio Settings: The Audio Settings options include:
a. Speaker Bass Boost: EQ filter that enhances the bass response of the GroupSTATION speakers.
b. VoIP TX Boost: Adds a 3dB gain to the transmitted audio channel for the VoIP function.
c. USB TX Boost: Adds a 3dB gain to the USB Record (Microphone Audio) being sent to the PC.
d. HDMI Audio Input Enable: Enable or Disables the HDMI audio input for the MicPOD Dock. When enabled,
the HDMI audio will be mixed into the Loudspeaker channels.
5) Preferences - Video Settings: The Video Settings options are as follows:
a. PIP Position: The PIP Position is selected to be in one of the four (4) corners of the main display.
b. Video Mute Pattern: Setting allows the selection between color bars or black screen when a video mute has
been enabled from the user interface panel. Video mute applies to the outgoing USB stream and local display.
c. HDMI Output Resolution: The HDMI output resolution from the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar to the
Main Monitor is set with this parameter. It has a variety of resolutions and frequencies to fit most applications.
d. Video Input Port: This allows the selection of the RGBHV or the HDMI as the main video source (like the video
input button on the front panel of the MicPOD Dock).
6) Preferences - LINK Cable Length: The system allows use with a supplied 25’ (7.62m) or an optional
accessory 50’ (15.24m) Cat-6 SSTP LINK Cable between the Camera/Sound Bar and the MicPOD Dock. To
use the standard 25’ cable, put this parameter on 25’. If a 50’ cable is used set this parameter to 50’. The
cable requirement is stringent and it is recommended that the Vaddio supplied cables be used. More on this
later.
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VADDIO GroupSTATION 999-8900-000 Installation and User Manual

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